Photoshop Elements: Cursor sometimes does not match selected tool

Photoshop Elements 9, Win7. Cursor sometimes appears as crosshairs despite what tool is selected, e.g. crop, dodge, etc. Tried changing to different tool in hopes of "forcing" cursor change, but to no avail. I am trialing this product because I am unable to activate my PS CS on Win7. The functionality is great. When the UI works, which is too frequently for my taste. It's doubtful I'll be buying it.